signia CROS Pure, User Manual

Page 1: ...Hearing Systems CROS Pure transmitter User Guide Hearing Systems ...

Page 2: ...Batteries 10 Battery size and handling tips 10 Replacing batteries 11 Daily use 12 Turning on and off 12 Inserting and removing the transmitter 12 Adjusting the volume 15 Special listening situations 16 On the phone 16 Maintenance and care 17 Device 17 Ear pieces 18 Professional maintenance 20 ...

Page 3: ...symbols 21 Transport and storage conditions 22 Troubleshooting 22 Disposal information 23 Conformance information 23 Country specific information 25 Important safety information 26 Personal safety 26 Product safety 29 Service and warranty 31 ...

Page 4: ... guide along with support from your Hearing Care Professional will help you understand the advantages and greater quality of life this accessory offers CAUTION It is important to read this user guide thoroughly and completely Follow the safety information to avoid damage or injury ...

Page 5: ...e ear which can not be aided with a hearing instrument A CROS transmitter worn on this ear captures sound from this side and transmits it to the hearing instrument on the other ear This allows the wearer of the hearing instrument to hear sounds from both sides CROS transmitter hearing instrument ...

Page 6: ...e ear and less severe hearing loss in the other Sounds from the more severe hearing loss side are captured and transmitted wirelessly to the better hearing side The hearing instrument processes and amplifies the sounds from both sides The CROS transmitter works with our specific wireless hearing instruments Your Hearing Care Professional will advise you on the compatible models NOTICE This user gu...

Page 7: ...eceiver cable Microphone openings Rocker switch Battery compartment on off switch Side indicator red right ear blue left ear Receiver connection Ear piece retention receiver and receiver cable are only used to hold the device on the ear No sound is played ...

Page 8: ...r pieces Standard ear pieces Size Click Dome single open or closed Click Dome semi open Click Dome double You can easily exchange the standard ear pieces Read more in section Maintenance and care Custom made ear pieces Custom shell Click Mold ...

Page 9: ...the rocker switch you can adjust the volume Signal tones Signal tones of the CROS transmitter like a low battery beep are sent to the hearing instrument Ask your Hearing Care Professional to configure the signal tones ...

Page 10: ...fessional for recommended batteries Battery size 312 The battery low signal of the CROS transmitter and the battery low signal of the hearing instrument have different melodies Always use the correct battery size for your device Remove the batteries if you intend not to use the device for several days Always carry spare batteries Remove empty batteries immediately and follow your local recycling r...

Page 11: ...sory Inserting the battery X If the battery has a protective film remove it only when you are ready to use the battery X Insert the battery with the symbol facing up refer to the picture X Carefully close the battery compartment If you feel resistance the battery is not inserted correctly Do not attempt to close the battery compartment by force It can be damaged ...

Page 12: ...ting and removing the transmitter Colored markers indicate the side red marker right ear blue marker left ear Inserting X Hold the receiver cable at the bend closer to the ear piece X Carefully push the ear piece in the ear canal X Twist it slightly until it sits well Open and close your mouth to avoid accumulation of air in the ear canal X Lift the device and slide it over the top of your ear ...

Page 13: ...d If you have problems inserting the ear piece use the other hand to gently pull your earlobe downwards This opens the ear canal and eases insertion of the ear piece The optional retention strand helps to securely retain the ear piece in your ear To position the retention strand X Bend the retention strand and position it carefully into the bottom of the bowl of your ear refer to the picture ...

Page 14: ...ur head X For all other ear pieces Grip the receiver in the ear canal with two fingers and pull it carefully out Do not pull the receiver cable CAUTION Risk of injury X In very rare cases the ear piece could remain in your ear when removing the device If this happens have the ear piece removed by a medical professional Clean and dry your device after usage Read more in section Maintenance and care...

Page 15: ...smitter briefly The volume of both transmitter and the hearing instrument are adjusted simultaneously Once the default maximum or minimum volume has been reached you may hear an optional signal tone Ask your Hearing Care Professional to configure the signal tones ...

Page 16: ...ROS transmitter allows you to make phone calls with your more severe hearing loss side When you are on the phone hold the telephone receiver slightly above the ear with the CROS transmitter The CROS transmitter and telephone receiver have to be aligned ...

Page 17: ...vice with open battery compartment and battery removed in a drying system to avoid the adverse effects of moisture Cleaning Your device has a protective coating However if not cleaned regularly you may damage the device or cause personal injury X Clean your device daily with a soft dry tissue X Never use running water or immerse the device in water X Never apply pressure while cleaning X Ask your ...

Page 18: ...ccumulate on the ear pieces Clean the ear pieces daily For all types of ear pieces X Clean the ear piece right after removal with a soft and dry tissue This prevents that cerumen becomes dry and hard For Click Domes X Squeeze the tip of the dome ...

Page 19: ...e type of ear piece In section Components and names your Hearing Care Professional has marked your type of ear piece Exchanging Click Domes If you have problems removing the old Click Dome use the removal tool or follow the instructions on the packaging of the Click Domes The removal tool is available as an accessory X Take particular care that the new Click Dome clicks noticeable in place click ...

Page 20: ...l can perform a thorough professional cleaning and maintenance Custom made ear pieces and wax filters should be exchanged as needed by a professional Ask you Hearing Care Professional for your individual recommendation of maintenance intervals and for support ...

Page 21: ...bols on the device or packaging 0123 CE compliance label confirms compliance with certain European Directives refer to section Conformance information EMC and radio communications compliance label Australia refer to section Conformance information Indicates the legal manufacturer of the device Do not dispose of the device with general domestic waste Read more in section Disposal information Read a...

Page 22: ...tions may apply Troubleshooting Problem and possible solutions Hearing instrument emits signal tones Replace the empty battery of the transmitter Read more in section Signal tones Transmitter does not work Turn the transmitter on Gently close the battery compartment completely Replace the empty battery Make sure the battery is inserted correctly Power on delay is active Wait several seconds and ch...

Page 23: ...E mark indicates conformity with the following European directives 93 42 EEC concerning medical devices 99 5 EC R TTE concerning radio and telecommunications terminal equipment and 2011 65 EU RoHS concerning the restriction of hazardous substances Technical details Operating frequency fc 3 28 MHz USA FCC ID SGI WL003BTE Canada IC 267AB WL003BTE Wireless platform model e2e 3 0 The ACMA compliance m...

Page 24: ...ccept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequen...

Page 25: ...following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Country specific information ...

Page 26: ...isk of injury X Always wear the receiver cable with an ear piece X Make sure that the ear piece is completely attached WARNING Risk of affecting electronic equipment X In areas where the use of electronics or wireless devices are restricted verify if your device has to be turned off WARNING Risk of injury X Do not use obviously damaged devices and return them to point of sale ...

Page 27: ...evice contains small parts which can be swallowed X Keep hearing instruments batteries and accessories out of reach of children and mentally disabled persons X If parts have been swallowed consult a physician or hospital immediately WARNING Your device may reduce certain background sounds potentially also traffic or warning signals WARNING Risk of explosion X Do not use your device in explosive at...

Page 28: ...aring Care Professional determines that the prospective user has any of the following conditions X Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear X History of active drainage from the ear within the previous 90 days X History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days X Acute or chronic dizziness X Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the pr...

Page 29: ...otect your devices from extreme heat Do not expose them to direct sunlight NOTICE X Do not dry your devices in the microwave oven NOTICE Different types of strong radiation e g during X ray or MRI head examinations may damage devices X Do not use the devices during these or similar procedures Weaker radiation e g from radio equipment or airport security does not damage the devices ...

Page 30: ...es for further information NOTICE Your devices are designed to comply with international standards on electromagnetic compatibility but interference with nearby electronic devices could occur In this case move away from the source of interference NOTICE Your devices comply with international standards However it cannot be guaranteed that all products on the market work interference free for exampl...

Page 31: ...31 Service and warranty Serial numbers Left Right Service dates 1 4 2 5 3 6 Warranty Date of purchase Warranty period in months Your Hearing Care Professional ...